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University of Iowa launching research initiative to study state’s environmental health risks
The University of Iowa is launching a new research initiative July 1 aimed at studying environmental risk factors and their connection to health outcomes across the state, with Iowa ranking second in the nation for cancer rates. The Iowa Integrated…
Tiffin coffee shop Deja Brew opens second location at The Pines Pizza and Pub in Cedar Rapids
Deja Brew at The Pines, a new venture featuring a scratch-made bakery, coffee creations and…
F&M Bank employees raise over $27,000 for Iowa charities
MANCHESTER, Iowa — F&M Bank employees and the bank’s matching program raised $27,635.48 for four…
Chipotle opens new Iowa City spot with drive-thru
Chipotle Mexican Grill is set to open a new location at 21 Sturgis Corner Drive,…
Uptown Marion to host first ‘Vision to Venture’ entrepreneur networking event April 2
Uptown Marion – A Main Street Iowa Community will host its first Vision to Venture…
Iowa manufacturing competition seeks ‘Coolest Thing Made in Iowa’ nominations
The Iowa Association of Business and Industry is partnering with Nicolet National Bank to host…
The Downtown Dish: André Perry, Hancher’s role in Iowa City’s arts scene
In this episode of “Downtown Dish,” hosts Charlie Nusser and Anna Moyers Stone discuss new…
Mayor proclaims March 19 as Buy 319 Local Day in Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids Mayor Tiffany O’Donnell has proclaimed March 19 as Buy 319 Local Day in…
Faust steps down as Willis Dady Homeless Services executive director
Alicia Faust is stepping down as executive director of Willis Dady Homeless Services after nearly…
Kirkwood students collaborate internationally on business challenges
This week, nine Kirkwood Community College students will conclude a major international business collaboration, the…
Wendler Inc. earns double honors at Master Builders of Iowa conference
Cedar Rapids-based heavy civil construction firm Wendler Inc. walked away from the 2026 Master Builders…
St. Luke’s first in Cedar Rapids to offer new device for preventing sudden cardiac arrest
UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s Hospital is the first hospital in Cedar Rapids to offer…
Rehn named Marion Morris F. Neighbor Award winner
Paul Rehn has been named the recipient of the 2026 Morris F. Neighbor Community Impact…
Small business optimism dips slightly, sales and labor market improve, NFIB reports
DES MOINES, Iowa — Optimism among U.S. small business owners saw a slight decline in…
Iowa Heartlanders to suspend operations for 2026-27 season
The Iowa Heartlanders will not take the ice next season after the ECHL Board of…
AlphaGraphics North Liberty acquires Iowa City’s Goodfellow Printing
AlphaGraphics North Liberty has acquired Goodfellow Printing of Iowa City, effective March 5, with the…
